The cheapest and fastest trains from Ontario, CA to San Jose, CA
Cheapest price
$111
Average price
$114
Fastest journey
13 h 24 m
Average duration
13 h 55 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
529 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ontario, CA to San Jose, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ontario, CA to San Jose, CA will cost around $114 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $111.
Of the 2 trains that leave Ontario, CA for San Jose, CA on Thu, May 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 529 km distance in an average of 13 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 h 24 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 14 h 26 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
3:40 PM14h26Ontario, CA6:06 AMSan Jose, CA$1111One-way0 transfers
2:50 PM13h24Ontario, CA4:14 AMSan Jose, CA$1161One-way0 transfers
2:50 PM13h24Ontario, CA4:14 AMSan Jose, CA$1161One-way0 transfers
3:40 PM14h26Ontario, CA6:06 AMSan Jose, CA$1111One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Ontario, CA to San Jose, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ontario, CA to San Jose, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $86. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $86, and a flight costs an average of $166.
Distance: 328 miles (529 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$112 Average price | $91 Average price Cheapest | $283 Average price |
11h 34m Average total duration 11h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 20m Average total duration 7h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ontario, CA to San Jose, CA:
A bus is $21 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ontario, CA to San Jose, CA costing on average $112 (€90).
A bus is $192 (€153) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ontario, CA to San Jose, CA costing on average $283 (€226).
Other travel options to San Jose, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 50m.
Train takes on average 11h 4m.
Live departures
Ontario, CA to San Jose, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Ontario, CA to San Jose, CA trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:50 PM Ontario, CA | 13h24 | 4:14 AM San Jose, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:40 PM Ontario, CA | 14h26 | 6:06 AM San Jose, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Ontario, CA to San Jose, CA by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ontario, CA to San Jose, CA
Trains from Ontario, CA to San Jose, CA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 11h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $110 (€87) but you can travel from only $86 (€68) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 12:00. The fastest train covers the 328 miles (529 km) distance in 13h 24m.
Distance 328 miles (529 km) |
Average train duration 11h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $110 (€87) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 13h 24m |
First train 6:10 AM |
Last train 12:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Ontario, CA to San Jose, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Ontario, CA and San Jose, CA from $86 (€68). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Ontario, CA to San Jose, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ontario, CA to San Jose, CA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at San Jose, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ontario, CA to San Jose, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available 7 days a week, with multiple lots surrounding the station.
- The Farmers Union
- Poor House Bistro
- La Victoria Taqueria
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Hotel De Anza
- The Westin San Jose
- AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main hall with ticketing and waiting areas, platforms for Caltrain, Amtrak, and ACE services, and connections to VTA buses and light rail.
- Bus: VTA Bus Lines 22, 64A, 64B, 68, 168, 181
- Light Rail: VTA Green Line
- Caltrain
- Amtrak
- ACE
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